Best Chili Beef Quesadillas Recipes

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CHILI BEEF QUESADILLAS



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Served in whole wheat tortillas, these scrumptious beef and veggie quesadillas pack a healthy dose of fiber. They're spicy enough to suit my husband, but mild enough to please our 2-year-old son. Robyn Larabee - Lucknow, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms
1 medium zucchini, shredded
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Cooking spray
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, cook and stir the mushrooms, zucchini, carrot, garlic, chili powder, salt and pepper sauce until vegetables are tender. Stir in the tomatoes, cilantro and beef mixture., Spritz one side of each tortilla with cooking spray; place plain side up in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Spoon beef mixture over half of each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Fold tortillas over filling., Bake at 400° for 5 minutes. Carefully turn over; bake 5-6 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEATY QUESADILLAS



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Large flour tortillas are able to accommodate generous fillings, which may be why they're so popular in Northern Mexico and the US. These satisfying quesadillas are stuffed with cheese and ground beef flavored with oregano, ancho chili powder and garlic.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1 pound lean ground beef or lamb
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 scallions, thinly sliced
4 10-inch flour tortillas
3 1/2 cups shredded muenster or monterey jack cheese
Fresh salsa and/or sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and chili powder and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add the beef, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until it is no longer pink, about 2 minutes. Add the scallions and cook 5 to 6 more minutes.
  • Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat. Brush 1 side of each tortilla with olive oil. Place 2 tortillas on the griddle (or 1 if using a skillet), oiled-side down, and scatter about one-quarter of the cheese on each. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Put about a quarter of the beef mixture on half of each tortilla and fold into a half-moon. Continue to cook until the quesadillas are crisp, turning once. Repeat to make 4 quesadillas.
  • Cut into wedges and top with salsa and/or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 813, Fat 48 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Cholesterol 155 milligrams, Sodium 1,889 milligrams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 52 grams

BEEF QUESADILLAS



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Quick-cooking ground beef is the perfect ingredient for on-the-run cooks. Try serving these quesadillas with your favorite taco toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce and sliced olives.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 pound ground beef
1/2 cup refried beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 flour tortillas (8 inches)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, chilies, oregano, cumin and salt. Cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. , Brush one side of each tortilla with butter. Spoon 1/2 cup of the meat mixture over half of unbuttered side. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese; fold in half. , Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 475° for 10 minutes or until crisp and golden brown. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 960mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

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